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Why wont the brush turn on my capret cleaner i replaced the belt

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Most likely the brush is frozen in place.\015\012Remove the brush and clean well, making sure the end pieces that hold it in place turn freely. Spray a little WD40 where the axle meets the end pieces and turn by hand to be sure they spin without problem.\015\012Reassemble making sure the belt is on properly so that the brush turns in the correct direction.

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